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How Filing Status Affects Your Tax Return

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Feb 3, 2023 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax

A taxpayer’s filing status defines the type of tax return form they should use when filing their taxes. Filing status can affect the amount of tax they owe, and it may even determine whether they need to file a tax return at all. As taxpayers get ready for the...

Standard vs. Itemized Deductions

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Feb 2, 2023 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax

When completing a tax return, taxpayers have two options: take the standard deduction or itemize their deductions. Most taxpayers use the option that gives them the lowest overall tax. Due to all the tax law changes in recent years, including increases to the standard...

Tax Breaks for Older Adults and Retirees

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Feb 1, 2023 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax

Everyone wants to save money on their taxes, and retirees and older adults are no exception. If you’re 50 or older, here are six tax tips that could help you do just that. 1. Standard Deduction for Seniors If you and your spouse are 65 or older and do not...

Highlights of the Secure 2.0 Act of 2022

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Jan 6, 2023 | Business, Individuals, Newsletter, Tax

The $1.66 trillion Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, was signed into law on December 29, 2022, by President Biden. Included in the 4,155-page bill is the SECURE Act 2.0 of 2022, which contains a number of tax provisions relating to retirement. Let’s take a...

Businesses: Important Tax Changes in 2023

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Jan 5, 2023 | Business, Newsletter, Tax

Here’s what small business owners need to know about tax law changes and inflation adjustments for the year ahead. Standard Mileage Rates In 2023, the rate for business miles driven is 65.5 cents, up 3 cents from the midyear increase setting the rate for the...

Individual Taxpayers: Tax Changes for 2023

by briesterer@thinkvisionary.com | Jan 4, 2023 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax

Every year, it’s a sure bet that there will be changes to current tax law, and this year is no different. From standard deductions to health savings accounts and tax rate schedules, here’s a checklist of tax changes to help you plan the year ahead....
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